Chikarial - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Chikarial is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chak Rial serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikarial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikarial is 031269. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Chikarial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikarial
According to the 2011 Census, Chikarial village had a total population of 209 people, including 109 males and 100 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.13%, with male literacy at 94.68% and female literacy at 83.33%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 89 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Chikarial
Chikarial is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gera | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Ladhiari | North | 1.99 km |
| Passi Karora | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Niku Chak | West | 2.76 km |
| Handwal | East | 2.82 km |
| Kathi Garh | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Dhade Katwal | North | 3.02 km |
| Namoli | East | 3.04 km |
| Nar Naul | South | 3.12 km |
| Asaf Pur | South-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikarial
Chikarial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Chikarial is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikarial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikarial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chikarial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikarial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chikarial
Where is Chikarial located?
Chikarial village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikarial?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikarial is Chak Rial.
What is the pincode of Chikarial?
The pincode of Chikarial is 144532.
What is the population of Chikarial?
Chikarial had a total population of 209, including 109 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Chikarial?
Chikarial had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikarial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikarial was 89.13%. Male literacy was 94.68% and female literacy was 83.33%.